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Rockport

Rockport is dedicated to fostering the well-being of its youth and community through collaboration, prevention programming, and support services. With the help of local partners, Rockport Public Schools and the Rockport Public Library provide resources for behavioral health, substance use prevention, and youth engagement.

Programs

  • Rockport Youth Coalitions

Open to middle and high school students, these coalitions are led by Emily Souza, the Rockport Teen Librarian. Meetings are held once a month at the Rockport Public Library.

  • Rockport Public Schools Prevention Programming

Provides behavioral health support through school-wide prevention initiatives and individualized resources for students in need.

Mental Health First Aid

What Mental Health First Aid covers Common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges in this age group, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders and attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD) Common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges How to interact with a child or adolescent in crisis How to connect…

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About Rockport

Our Partners in Rockport

  • Emily Souza – Youth Services Librarian, Rockport Public Library
  • Jessie Palm – Regional Social Worker, Eastern Essex Regional Public Health Coalition
  • Kerra Washington – Regional Public Health Epidemiologist, Eastern Essex Regional Public Health Coalition
  • Ray Cahill – Public Health Director, Town of Rockport
  • Ruth Price – School Counselor, Rockport Middle/High School 
  • Amy Rose – School Principal, Rockport Middle/High School
  • Becca Macy – Rockport resident and Instructor of Psychology, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
  • Paul Murphy – Selectboard Member, Town of Rockport